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Noun kurd has 1 sense
  1. Kurd - a member of a largely pastoral Islamic people who live in Kurdistan; the largest ethnic group without their own state
    --1 is a kind of
    Asian, Asiatic; ethnic group, ethnos
    --1 is a part of Kurdistan
    --1 has particulars: peshmerga

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Kurds

Definition:

The Kurds are an ethnic group primarily inhabiting a region known as Kurdistan, which spans parts of Turkey, Iraq, Iran, and Syria. They speak Kurdish, an Indo-European language. Kurds are known for their distinct culture, history, and struggle for self-determination.

Parts of Speech:

  • Noun: Kurds, Kurd
  • Adjective: Kurdish

Senses:

  1. A member of the Kurdish ethnic group.
  2. The Kurdish language or its dialects.
  3. Relating to the Kurdish people, their language, or their culture.

Usages:

Popular:

  • The Kurds have a rich history and unique cultural traditions.
  • Kurdish music has gained international recognition in recent years.
  • The Kurdish people have a long-standing aspiration for an independent Kurdish state.

Local:

  • Our neighborhood has a large Kurdish community.
  • Kurdish cuisine offers a wide variety of delicious dishes.
  • The festival featured traditional Kurdish dances and music.

Sample Sentences:

  • The Kurds have maintained their distinct identity despite years of persecution.
  • She is studying the Kurdish language to better understand the culture.
  • Kurdish literature includes both ancient epics and contemporary works.
  • The book provides a comprehensive overview of the Kurdish struggle for self-determination.
  • We attended a Kurdish wedding and experienced their vibrant traditions.

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